Biological Technicians Salary in West Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,870 -6% vs national
Median hourly $23.50
10th percentile $37,690
90th percentile $66,960
Employed locally 130
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,690
    25th
    $39,560
    50th (median)
    $48,870
    75th
    $59,280
    90th
    $66,960

    Top-paying metros for Biological Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $79,270
    Tyler, TX $77,020
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $74,310
    Peoria, IL $72,120
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $71,920
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $68,890

    Related occupations in West Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Biological Scientists, All Other $86,940
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $63,730
    Foresters $64,990
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $76,130
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $63,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in West Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in West Montana is $23.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.92 or more per hour.

    Is West Montana above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in West Montana is 6% below the national median of $52,000. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Biological Technicians in West Montana?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,690 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,560.